Kansas City Chiefs defensive backs coach Emmitt Thomas will return to the team next season. It was believed the Oakland Raiders may have had interest in Thomas as their defensive coordinator but it is not known if they asked permission to interview Thomas.

The Kansas City Chiefs announced Monday, June 30, that Hall of Fame CB Emmitt Thomas will have his jersey No. 18 retired by the team and will receive his Pro Football Hall of Fame ring during a ceremony at Arrowhead Stadium Oct. 19 versus the Tennessee Titans. Thomas will be the ninth player in franchise history to have his jersey retired.